Merikay Hunt, M.S. is the founder of COACH MKay Companies, LLC and has been described as dynamic, funny, real & trusted. She has helped professionals unlock their true potential for over 20 years by being a catalyst for positive and purposeful change. She is the founder of COACH MKay Companies, a firm dedicated to learning and development providing customized keynotes, team workshops and executive coaching. She is passionate about helping others improve in key areas of communication, human relations & leadership to boost business results and build stronger relationships. She received her bachelor's degree from UNC-Chapel Hill, master's degree from NC A&T State University and is a former hospital chaplain. Her toughest job is being a mother of three children and now a mother-in-law. Her easiest job is taking care of Daisy, a female boxer mix from the shelter who loves her unconditionally and never questions her coaching.